TV Series Schema Generator — Define Your Show’s Canon

Describe the series once—title, synopsis, cast, crew, season counts, watch links—and connect every episode and season back to it.

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Why show catalogs lose the plot

Pain points we solve

Networks launch microsites for each season, but nobody maintains a canonical series page, so cast lists and season counts disagree across properties.
International titles, translations, and localization teams all pick different names, leading to mismatched `sameAs` links and knowledge panel confusion.
Studios move between streaming partners and forget to update official watch URLs, so `offers` and `potentialAction` data send fans to dead pages.
When spin-offs or limited-series events occur, the original schema never notes the relationship, missing cross-promotion opportunities.

How SwiftSchema keeps TVSeries metadata unified

Solution

The generator prompts you to document the official name, alternate names, synopsis, language, runtime, and canonical watch URLs once, then reuse them across seasons.

You can outline cast, crew, creators, production companies, and distributor relationships so every downstream page references the same structured data.

Fields for `numberOfSeasons`, `numberOfEpisodes`, awards, genres, and `sameAs` profiles keep knowledge panels current even when your site rebrands.

How it works

Select TVSeries in the generator below.
Enter the show title, tagline, synopsis, language, and canonical landing page URL.
Upload key art (poster, hero image) and provide `sameAs` links to official streaming pages, social accounts, and press kits.
List cast, crew, creators, production companies, and distributors. Include counts for seasons and episodes, plus `inProduction` status.
Export JSON‑LD, place it on the show hub, and ensure every TVSeason/TVEpisode entry references this canonical series via `partOfSeries`.

Generate TVSeries JSON‑LD

One canonical series record. Validate. Ship.

What is TVSeries structured data?

TVSeries is the Schema.org type for serialized shows—broadcast, cable, streaming, or web-first. It represents the overarching property: the franchise name, premise, cast, crew, seasons, episodes, awards, and official links. By publishing a reliable TVSeries entry, you tell search engines and voice assistants how to interpret each episode page, how many installments exist, and which networks or apps carry the show. It’s the anchor for your entire show bible online.

Eligibility & status

TVSeries markup is a limited enhancement but feeds into Google’s knowledge graph, watch carousels, and voice responses. Eligibility hinges on owning or officially representing the show. Fan sites should avoid claiming official status unless authorized. Ensure the on-page content matches what you put in JSON‑LD: if you say five seasons exist, show evidence (episode guide, release dates). Keep streaming availability accurate. If the series is still in development, wait until details are public before publishing.

Why TVSeries markup matters

Brand control: Provide the definitive synopsis, artwork, and naming conventions so knowledge panels show correct data.
Cast/crew attribution: Document creators, showrunners, producers, and main cast, reducing reliance on third-party wikis.
Watchability: Link to current streaming partners, broadcast schedules, or purchase/rental offers so fans find legitimate options quickly.
Franchise mapping: Use
isRelatedTo
,
spatialCoverage
,
genre
, and
containsSeason
to connect spin-offs or shared universes.
Localization: Structure alternate names and languages so international fans see correct translations and release notes.

Essential properties to include

name
,
alternateName
, and
sameAs
for brand identity across regions.
description
and
tagline
summarizing the show’s premise.
image
,
poster
, and other hero art served via HTTPS.
inLanguage
,
genre
,
keywords
, and
award
for classification.
actor
,
creator
,
director
,
productionCompany
,
distributor
with Person/Organization references and
sameAs
links.
numberOfSeasons
,
numberOfEpisodes
, and
containsSeason
(TVSeason entries) with
seasonNumber
.
aggregateRating
if you have official review data.
trailer
(VideoObject) and
potentialAction
(WatchAction) with offers pointing to streaming providers.
Optional:
musicBy
,
productionCountry
,
episode
,
isAccessibleForFree
,
watchAction
,
isRelatedTo
for spin-offs,
hasPart
.

Preparing show data before generating schema

Gather canonical assets: Titles, alternate titles, loglines, key art, trailers, and official synopsis from your marketing bible.
Map relationships: Outline seasons, episodes, spin-offs, and special events. Confirm numbering and release order with production.
List cast & crew: Capture names, roles, photos, bios, and verified profile links for leads, recurring guest stars, showrunners, and executive producers.
Confirm distribution: Document networks, streaming platforms, release territories, and rights windows. Decide which watch links are canonical.
Record awards and nominations: Keep a running list for
award
fields; cite official organizations (Emmys, BAFTA).
Define localization plan: Provide translations for titles and descriptions; decide whether localized pages will reuse the same schema or get their own.
Assign governance: Usually brand marketing or content ops owns the show hub. Align schema updates with trailer drops, season renewals, or licensing changes.

Implementation workflow inside SwiftSchema

Open the TVSeries generator and populate
name
,
alternateName
,
description
,
tagline
,
genre
, and
inLanguage
.
Add
image
arrays (poster, background) and
sameAs
links (official site, streaming service, IMDb, Wikipedia, social).
Set
numberOfSeasons
,
numberOfEpisodes
,
containsSeason
, and optionally embed
TVSeason
summaries.
Attribute cast and crew with
actor
,
creator
,
productionCompany
,
distributor
,
musicBy
,
trailer
, and
potentialAction
linking to watch providers.
Include
aggregateRating
if you syndicate first-party ratings, plus
review
entries where policy-compliant.
Add
award
,
isRelatedTo
,
hasPart
, or
isPartOf
to connect shared universes, specials, or docuseries tie-ins.
Export JSON‑LD, embed it on the master show page, and propagate key IDs into your TVSeason and TVEpisode entries for consistent linking.

Troubleshooting & QA

Out-of-date counts: Whenever you announce a renewal, update
numberOfSeasons
and
numberOfEpisodes
. If future episodes are TBD, mention it in the description rather than guessing counts.
Broken watch links: Streaming deals change; schedule audits after each licensing switch to update
potentialAction
and
offers
.
Talent updates: If a lead exits, adjust
actor
lists and add them to
formerCast
notes in the article body to prevent confusion.
Multi-brand confusion: Co-productions should list all production companies and distribution partners clearly to avoid disputes over canonical branding.
Localization mismatches: Keep
alternateName
arrays clean by specifying language codes (e.g.,
alternateName
:
"La Casa de SwiftSchema" (es)
) in copy or
inLanguage
.

Maintenance and governance

Review structured data at each season kickoff: refresh synopsis, cast, watch links, and awards.
Tie schema updates to marketing campaigns (trailers, premiere dates). When assets change, update
image
and
trailer
.
Keep a changelog accessible to comms/legal to prove when new cast or platform info was published.
Monitor Search Console or partner dashboards for schema warnings, especially after site migrations.
Archive concluded series by updating descriptions (“Series finale aired in 2026”) and keeping counts accurate; note spin-offs via
isRelatedTo
.

Common errors & quick fixes

Missing
sameAs
: Provide official platform links to differentiate from fan sites.
Inconsistent language codes: Use BCP 47 codes for
inLanguage
so surfaces know if the show is bilingual or dubbed.
Reusing episode art: Supply high-res series key art rather than random episode stills.
Not linking to seasons: Use
containsSeason
to reference TVSeason entries; this helps search surfaces show season breakdowns.
Copy/paste mistakes: When using templates for multiple shows, update names, counts, genres, and watch links to avoid mixing franchises.

Required properties

name

Recommended properties

description
inLanguage
url
image
actor[].name
director[].name
numberOfSeasons
numberOfEpisodes
sameAs[]
aggregateRating.ratingValue
aggregateRating.ratingCount

Minimal TVSeries JSON-LD

Validate

{
  "@context": "https://schema.org",
  "@type": "TVSeries",
  "name": "SwiftSchema Stories",
  "description": "A series exploring structured data wins and pitfalls.",
  "inLanguage": "en",
  "url": "https://example.com/tv/swiftschema-stories",
  "image": [
    "https://example.com/images/swiftschema-stories.webp"
  ],
  "actor": [
    {
      "@type": "Person",
      "name": "Avery Host"
    }
  ],
  "director": [
    {
      "@type": "Person",
      "name": "Riley Director"
    }
  ],
  "numberOfSeasons": 2,
  "numberOfEpisodes": 18,
  "sameAs": [
    "https://stream.example.com/swiftschema-stories"
  ],
  "aggregateRating": {
    "@type": "AggregateRating",
    "ratingValue": "4.6",
    "ratingCount": "342"
  }
}

FAQs

Does TVSeries markup make my show appear in special carousels?Show

TV experiences are often partner‑driven. Markup helps understanding but doesn’t guarantee special placements.

How do I link episodes to the series?Show

Use `TVEpisode` on episode pages with `partOfSeries` referencing the series (and season/episode numbers where applicable).

Can I list seasons and counts?Show

Yes. Use `numberOfSeasons` and `numberOfEpisodes`. You can also model seasons explicitly with `TVSeason` entities if needed.

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TV Series Schema Generator — Define Your Show’s Canon

Why show catalogs lose the plot

Pain points we solve

How SwiftSchema keeps TVSeries metadata unified

Solution

How it works

How it works

What is TVSeries structured data?

Eligibility & status

Why TVSeries markup matters

Essential properties to include

Preparing show data before generating schema

Implementation workflow inside SwiftSchema

Troubleshooting & QA

Maintenance and governance

Common errors & quick fixes

Required properties

Recommended properties

FAQs

Related types

References

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